1968 Opel Olympia vs. 1962 Porsche 718
To start off, 1968 Opel Olympia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Porsche 718 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Olympia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 Porsche 718.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 1962 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Olympia | 718 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
